Bowgreave Rise Home For The Elderly
At a Glance
The information you need to decide whether this home warrants a closer look.
Residential homes, Homecare agencies
Staff warmth score
of reviewers answered yes
Good to know
- Registered beds45
- SpecialismsCaring for adults over 65 yrs, Caring for adults under 65 yrs, Dementia
- Last inspected2019-02-21
The Evidence
What the review data, the inspection reports, and the dementia-care evidence base tell us about this home.
What families say
Visitors talk about the lovely attitude of staff members who look after their relatives here. The approach seems genuinely warm rather than just professional, which families particularly value when they're trusting others with their loved ones' daily care.
The eight family priority themes
- Staff warmth55
- Compassion & dignity55
- Cleanliness55
- Activities & engagement50
- Food quality50
- Healthcare55
- Management & leadership60
- Resident happiness55
What inspectors found
Inspected 2019-02-21
Is this home safe?
Is the care effective?
The Effective domain was rated Good at the January 2019 inspection. The home lists dementia as a specialism, which implies some level of dementia-specific training and care planning was in place. No detail about training content, care plan review schedules, GP access arrangements, or food provision is recorded in the published findings. The Good rating suggests inspectors were satisfied overall, but the evidence base for this assessment is not publicly available.Is this home caring?
The Caring domain was rated Good at the January 2019 inspection. No direct quotes from residents or relatives are recorded in the published report, and no inspector observations about staff manner, use of preferred names, or response to distress are available. The Good rating indicates inspectors were satisfied with the overall culture of care, but the specific evidence supporting that judgement is not in the public record.Is the home responsive?
The Responsive domain was rated Good at the January 2019 inspection. The home lists dementia as a specialism and accommodates both adults over and under 65. No specific detail about the activity programme, individual engagement for residents who cannot join group activities, or end-of-life planning is recorded in the published findings. The Good rating suggests inspectors were satisfied that the home responded to individual needs, but no examples are available to confirm this.Is the home well-led?
The Well-led domain was rated Good at the January 2019 inspection. A named registered manager, Mrs Jill Marie Maun, and a nominated individual, Mr John Alexander Williams, were both in post at the time. Lancashire County Council runs the home. No further detail about management culture, staff empowerment, governance systems, or how concerns are handled is recorded in the published findings.
Source: CQC inspection report →
What the evidence base says
The home cares for adults over 65 and under 65, including those living with dementia. While dementia care is listed as one of their specialisms, specific details about their approach weren't available in the feedback we reviewed. All areas worth probing directly during a visit.
The DCC Verdict
Our editorial view, built from the three lenses: what families tell us, what inspectors record, and how the home sits against good dementia-care practice.
DCC Family Score
Bowgreave Rise received a Good rating across all five domains at its January 2019 inspection, but the published report contains very little specific detail, so the family score reflects the rating itself rather than rich, observable evidence.
Homes in North West typically score 68–82.The three-lens summary
What families tell us
Visitors talk about the lovely attitude of staff members who look after their relatives here. The approach seems genuinely warm rather than just professional, which families particularly value when they're trusting others with their loved ones' daily care.
What inspectors have recorded
Staff here seem to understand that not every resident wants to join in with everything, every day. There's an activity programme running, but people can choose when they want to take part rather than feeling obligated. This flexible approach shows they're thinking about what works for each individual.
How it sits against good practice
Bowgreave Rise seems to focus on the basics that matter — kind staff, clean surroundings, and respecting what each resident wants from their day.
Worth a visit
Bowgreave Rise Home for Older People, run by Lancashire County Council and located in Garstang, was rated Good across all five inspection domains at its last inspection in January 2019. A named registered manager and nominated individual were in post, and the home holds a specialism in dementia care alongside care for adults over and under 65. All domain ratings, covering safety, effectiveness, caring, responsiveness, and leadership, came back Good, which is a positive baseline. The main uncertainty here is that the published inspection report contains almost no specific detail: no direct quotes from residents or relatives, no inspector observations, and no data on staffing ratios, activity provision, or food quality. Crucially, this rating is now over six years old, and a lot can change in that time including management, staffing, and ownership culture. Before placing your parent here, ask to see the most recent staffing rota (including night shifts), ask how often care plans are reviewed with families present, and spend time walking the building unescorted to observe how staff interact with residents in corridors and communal spaces.
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In Their Own Words
How Bowgreave Rise Home For The Elderly describes itself — collected from its own website. DCC has not edited or independently verified the content in this tab.
Caring staff and spotless rooms bring comfort to families in Garstang
Compassionate Care in Garstang at Bowgreave Rise Home for Older People
When families visit Bowgreave Rise Home for Older People in Garstang, they often mention how genuinely caring the staff are with their relatives. The home provides residential care for older adults, including those living with dementia, in a setting that families describe as clean and well-maintained. Located in this North West market town, the home offers en-suite rooms and a programme of activities that residents can join when they feel like it.
Who they care for
The home cares for adults over 65 and under 65, including those living with dementia.
While dementia care is listed as one of their specialisms, specific details about their approach weren't available in the feedback we reviewed.
“Bowgreave Rise seems to focus on the basics that matter — kind staff, clean surroundings, and respecting what each resident wants from their day.”
DCC does not edit or curate content in this tab. For independently curated information, see The Evidence and DCC Verdict.
The DCC Verdict
Our editorial view, built from the three lenses: what families tell us, what inspectors record, and how the home sits against good dementia-care practice.
DCC Family Score
Bowgreave Rise received a Good rating across all five domains at its January 2019 inspection, but the published report contains very little specific detail, so the family score reflects the rating itself rather than rich, observable evidence.
Homes in North West typically score 68–82.The three-lens summary
What families tell us
Visitors talk about the lovely attitude of staff members who look after their relatives here. The approach seems genuinely warm rather than just professional, which families particularly value when they're trusting others with their loved ones' daily care.
What inspectors have recorded
Staff here seem to understand that not every resident wants to join in with everything, every day. There's an activity programme running, but people can choose when they want to take part rather than feeling obligated. This flexible approach shows they're thinking about what works for each individual.
How it sits against good practice
Bowgreave Rise seems to focus on the basics that matter — kind staff, clean surroundings, and respecting what each resident wants from their day.
Worth a visit
Bowgreave Rise Home for Older People, run by Lancashire County Council and located in Garstang, was rated Good across all five inspection domains at its last inspection in January 2019. A named registered manager and nominated individual were in post, and the home holds a specialism in dementia care alongside care for adults over and under 65. All domain ratings, covering safety, effectiveness, caring, responsiveness, and leadership, came back Good, which is a positive baseline. The main uncertainty here is that the published inspection report contains almost no specific detail: no direct quotes from residents or relatives, no inspector observations, and no data on staffing ratios, activity provision, or food quality. Crucially, this rating is now over six years old, and a lot can change in that time including management, staffing, and ownership culture. Before placing your parent here, ask to see the most recent staffing rota (including night shifts), ask how often care plans are reviewed with families present, and spend time walking the building unescorted to observe how staff interact with residents in corridors and communal spaces.
The three questions to ask when you visitSave this home. Compare it against your shortlist.
Let our analysis show you how Bowgreave Rise Home For The Elderly measures up against the other homes you’re considering. Free account.
In Their Own Words
How Bowgreave Rise Home For The Elderly describes itself — collected from its own website. DCC has not edited or independently verified the content in this tab.
Caring staff and spotless rooms bring comfort to families in Garstang
Compassionate Care in Garstang at Bowgreave Rise Home for Older People
When families visit Bowgreave Rise Home for Older People in Garstang, they often mention how genuinely caring the staff are with their relatives. The home provides residential care for older adults, including those living with dementia, in a setting that families describe as clean and well-maintained. Located in this North West market town, the home offers en-suite rooms and a programme of activities that residents can join when they feel like it.
Who they care for
The home cares for adults over 65 and under 65, including those living with dementia.
While dementia care is listed as one of their specialisms, specific details about their approach weren't available in the feedback we reviewed.
Management & ethos
Staff here seem to understand that not every resident wants to join in with everything, every day. There's an activity programme running, but people can choose when they want to take part rather than feeling obligated. This flexible approach shows they're thinking about what works for each individual.
The home & environment
The home keeps everything spotless, according to families who visit regularly. Each resident has their own en-suite facilities in their room, which helps maintain privacy and dignity. The food gets positive mentions too, suggesting mealtimes are something residents can look forward to.
“Bowgreave Rise seems to focus on the basics that matter — kind staff, clean surroundings, and respecting what each resident wants from their day.”
DCC does not edit or curate content in this tab. For independently curated information, see The Evidence and DCC Verdict.
